2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 2002 Kia Rio
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Kia Rio would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 2002 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Rio.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Rio. (113 Nm). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Rio. 2007 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2002 Kia Rio has manual transmission. 2002 Kia Rio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Express | 2002 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Express | Rio |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 71.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83.3 mm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2420 mm |
